Independence Day

What is the date of Independence?

• August 13 1900

• August 31 1962

• September 14 1962

• October 4 1991

Which country ruled Trinidad before we became independent?

• America (US)

• India

• Africa

• England (UK)

What was the name of the first Prime Minister?

• Machel Montano

• Iwer George

• Patrick Manning

• Dr. Eric Williams

What three things did we get when we became independent?

• National Flag

• National Song

• National Birds

• National Flower

• The Army

What were some of the problems that people faced under British rules?

• They could not make enough money.

• They could not make their own rules.

• They were not free to celebrate certain festivals.

• They faced unfair rules that prevented them from being free.

• They did not like the smell.

What happens on Independence day celebrations?

• Fireworks.

• Time with friends and family.

• A trip to England for everyone.

• The Queen returns to take what is hers.

As an Independent country we now have our own...

• Laws

• Planes

• Queen

• Clothes

We also now have our own...

• Flag

• Army

• Flower

• Anthem

• Coat of Arms

What valuable things did the British want from our Land?

• Oil

• Soil

• Dragons

• Foil

• Sugar Cane

What do you like the most about Independence Day

• Fireworks

• Awards Show

• Time with friends and family

• The decorations